Kalen DeBoer Releases Statement Shutting Down Michigan Rumors

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer has been linked to two big-time head coaching openings this coaching cycle, with rumors flying about his desire to leave Alabama and return to the Midwest, with Penn State and Michigan having head coaching openings.

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DeBoer shut down the Penn State rumors during a Thursday press conference ahead of the Tide's SEC championship appearance in DeBoer's second year as Alabama's head coach, and the Nittany Lions ended up hiring Iowa State's Matt Campbell. Shortly after, Michigan fired head coach Sherrone Moore, and DeBoer was linked to the Wolverines' job opening. On Sunday, DeBoer released a statement with Yea Alabama, shutting down rumors of his interest in the Wolverines.

"My family and I are very happy in Tuscaloosa and remain extremely grateful for the support of President Mohler, Greg Byrne, the board, and so many others," DeBoer's statement read. "We have an incredible opportunity in front of us, so my sole focus is on Alabama football and our preparations to play Oklahoma in the College Football Playoff.

"I have not spoken and have no interest in speaking with anyone else about any other job. I am fully committed to this program and look forward to continuing as the head football coach at the University of Alabama."

Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne reposted the statement, adding, "We are proud to have Coach DeBoer leading our football program at the University of Alabama. He is an incredible coach and does an excellent job with the development of our student-athletes, both on and off the field. Just as he is committed to this team, we are committed to him, and we look forward to taking the field Friday in the first round of the College Football Playoff."

Wyatt Fulton is the Tide 100.9 DME and Brand Manager, primarily covering Alabama Crimson Tide football and men's basketball. For more Crimson Tide coverage, follow Wyatt on X (Formerly known as Twitter) at @FultonW_.